Nurse Practitioner: Geriatric & Acute Care Specialist

Post Acute; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide direct patient care in a long-term care setting. Responsibilities include examining and treating patients with chronic and acute illnesses, performing laboratory tests, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. Candidates should have completed an approved nurse practitioner program and possess strong communication and analytical skills. This role requires the ability to prioritize tasks and provide quality care to adult and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide healthcare services under the physician's direction in a long-term care setting.
• Examine and treat chronic and acute illnesses and minor injuries.
• Perform laboratory testing and write prescriptions.
• Collaborate with staff to develop care plans for residents/patients.
• Maintain inpatient records and compile necessary reports.

Skills

Competency with adults and geriatric patients

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams

Education

Completion of an approved nurse practitioner program with certification

Current approval by the Board of Licensing

Licensed or eligible for an unrestricted license as a nurse practitioner

Job description

A healthcare organization is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide direct patient care in a long-term care setting. Responsibilities include examining and treating patients with chronic and acute illnesses, performing laboratory tests, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. Candidates should have completed an approved nurse practitioner program and possess strong communication and analytical skills. This role requires the ability to prioritize tasks and provide quality care to adult and geriatric patients.